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Report to the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General : public inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents which led to the death under investigation. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Mental Health Patient Advocate annual report

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Presents the activities and accomplishments of the Mental Health Patient Advocate during the reporting period.

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Moving forward : progress report on valuing mental health : next steps

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Valuing Mental Health: Next Steps, released June 2017, outlined 18 actions to improve the integration of addiction and mental health services in Alberta. This progress report outlines the progress... More ≫

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Valuing Mental Health: Next Steps, released June 2017, outlined 18 actions to improve the integration of addiction and mental health services in Alberta. This progress report outlines the progress of government and community partners to implement those 18 actions, sets out future activities, and shares stories and anecdotes from those involved and impacted.

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Report back : addiction and mental health stakeholder meetings

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Summary of stakeholder input regarding impacts of core standards and quality assurance for addiction and mental health services and facilities. The Government of Alberta met with stakeholders in... More ≫

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Summary of stakeholder input regarding impacts of core standards and quality assurance for addiction and mental health services and facilities. The Government of Alberta met with stakeholders in Edmonton and Calgary in August of 2018 to collect feedback on proposals to improve care safety and quality, and consumer protections in addiction and mental health facilities and services.

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Into focus : calling attention to youth opioid use in Alberta. Government of Alberta’s response to the office of the child and youth advocate

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In June 2018 the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released an investigative review examining the lives of twelve youth who died from opioid poisoning between October 2015 and September 2017.... More ≫

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In June 2018 the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released an investigative review examining the lives of twelve youth who died from opioid poisoning between October 2015 and September 2017. The review identified opportunities for system improvements in five areas, with five corresponding recommendations. All five recommendations have been accepted by the Government of Alberta, as outlined in this document.

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Advisory panel on post-secondary mental health : final recommendations report

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In October 2016, the Minister of Advanced Education established the Advisory Panel on Post-Secondary Mental Health to review the current system and make evidence-based recommendations regarding a... More ≫

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In October 2016, the Minister of Advanced Education established the Advisory Panel on Post-Secondary Mental Health to review the current system and make evidence-based recommendations regarding a long-term, province-wide system of mental health and addiction supports for post-secondary students.

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Valuing mental health : report of the Alberta Mental Health Review Committee 2015

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The Alberta Mental Health Review Committee was established in June 2015 with a mandate to comprehensively review addiction services, mental health services, and the mental health system in... More ≫

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The Alberta Mental Health Review Committee was established in June 2015 with a mandate to comprehensively review addiction services, mental health services, and the mental health system in Alberta. The review culminated in the recommendations of this report, which are intended to assist the Government of Alberta to implement a strategy that strengthens and updates addiction and mental health services for Albertans.

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Creating connections : Alberta's addiction and mental health strategy : interim report 2011-2014

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This interim report is intended to provide a snapshot of activities related to implementing Alberta’s Creating Connections Strategy from 2011 to 2013. Under each strategic direction, a high-level... More ≫

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This interim report is intended to provide a snapshot of activities related to implementing Alberta’s Creating Connections Strategy from 2011 to 2013. Under each strategic direction, a high-level progress update is provided, along with comments related to the important work completed to date. Key achievements and upcoming milestones are identified.

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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for treatment resistant depression : a health technology assessment

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The purpose of this health technology assessment (HTA) is to summarize the available evidence on repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for individuals with treatment resistant... More ≫

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The purpose of this health technology assessment (HTA) is to summarize the available evidence on repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for individuals with treatment resistant depression (TRD). The report includes evidence on the social impact of rTMS, the efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness of rTMS in comparison to available alternatives for both adult and youth/young adult patients with TRD.

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Gap analysis of public mental health and addictions programs (GAP-MAP) : final report

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GAP-MAP was designed to inform Alberta's Addiction and Mental Health Strategy. Generally, the approach of most governments to developing strategic priorities has emphasized consultations,... More ≫

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GAP-MAP was designed to inform Alberta's Addiction and Mental Health Strategy. Generally, the approach of most governments to developing strategic priorities has emphasized consultations, discussions, and priority-setting exercises. The approach taken in GAP-MAP was to demonstrate the value of a planning approach that emphasizes evidence-informed discussions about priorities. To this end, the project has attempted to produce a detailed, comprehensive, and systematic description of provincially funded addiction and mental health services in relation to population need. Results from the project are intended to lay the groundwork for building a population-based model for addiction and mental health service planning in Alberta.

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